Engineering Director

As Engineering Director at Hitachi, Ltd., you will lead and oversee multiple engineering teams, driving the strategic direction and execution of complex technical projects. This role requires a visionary leader with a strong technical background and proven experience in managing large-scale engineering initiatives, ensuring the delivery of innovative and high-quality solutions that align with Hitachi's business objectives.

• Define and implement engineering strategies, roadmaps, and best practices across various product lines or business units.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineering managers and individual contributors, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from concept and design to deployment and maintenance, ensuring adherence to quality standards, budgetary constraints, and project timelines.
• Collaborate closely with product management, sales, and other cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver solutions that meet market needs.
• Manage resource allocation, project prioritization, and risk mitigation strategies for multiple concurrent engineering projects.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance engineering efficiency and product capabilities.
• Represent the engineering organization in executive-level discussions, providing technical insights and strategic recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and Hitachi's internal policies.
• Cultivate strong relationships with external partners, vendors, and industry experts to leverage external capabilities and stay abreast of emerging trends.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in software engineering or related technical roles, with at least 8 years in a leadership or management capacity over large engineering teams.
• Demonstrated experience in leading the development and delivery of complex, enterprise-level software solutions or hardware systems.
• Strong understanding of modern software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, DevOps) and best practices.
• Proven ability to attract, develop, and retain top engineering talent.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinking with a strong business acumen and the ability to align engineering initiatives with overall company goals.
• Experience managing budgets, resources, and project portfolios effectively.
• Familiarity with Hitachi's core business areas (e.g., IT, energy, industry, mobility, smart life) is a plus.